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Kwilu
Province
Location of Kwilu
Country  Democratic Republic of the Congo
Capital Bandundu
Area
 • Total 78,219 km2 (30,201 sq mi)
Population
 (2005 est.)
 • Total 5,174,718
 • Density 66.1568/km2 (171.3453/sq mi)
Official language French
National language Kikongo

The Kwilu Province is one of the 26 provinces that make up the Democratic Republic of the Congo (often called the DRC). It's like a big state or region within the country. The capital city of Kwilu is Bandundu.

This province gets its name from the Kwilu River. This important river flows right through the province, from the south to the north.

Exploring Kwilu Province

Kwilu Province is located in the western part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It's a large area, covering about 78,219 square kilometers. That's a lot of land! As of 2005, over 5 million people lived in Kwilu.

What is a Province?

A province is a major administrative area within a country. Think of it like a state in the United States or a county in some other countries. Each province has its own government and helps manage the region. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has 26 of these provinces, and Kwilu is one of them.

The Capital City: Bandundu

Bandundu is the capital city of Kwilu Province. This means it's the main city where the provincial government is located. It's an important center for the people living in Kwilu.

Languages Spoken in Kwilu

In Kwilu, like in many parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, people speak several languages. The official language is French. This is often used in government and education. Another important language spoken by many people in the province is Kikongo.

Towns and Territories of Kwilu

Kwilu Province is divided into several smaller areas to help manage everything. These areas include important towns and territories. They are:

  • Bagata
  • Bulungu-Kikwit
  • Gungu
  • Idiofa
  • Mangai
  • Masi-Manimba

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